Sourcing Guides

Learn what twill fabric means, how 2/1, 2/2 and 3/1 weaves differ, where twill fits in apparel, and how buyers can specify, test and approve it before bulk production.

Learn what TENCEL fabric means, how branded lyocell and modal fibers differ, where they fit in apparel, and how buyers can specify, verify and test the material before bulk production.

Learn what pique fabric is, how knit, tuck and feed structures create its texture, which fibers and garments suit it, and how apparel buyers can specify, test and source pique knit.

Learn what performance fabric means, how fiber, yarn, construction and finishes affect activewear behavior, and how apparel buyers can specify, test and source performance fabrics.

Learn what bamboo fabric really means, how bamboo viscose, lyocell and mechanically processed routes differ, and how apparel buyers can specify, test and source bamboo-based fabrics.

Learn what nylon fabric is, how fiber, knit or woven construction and blends affect activewear decisions, and how apparel buyers can specify, test and source nylon garments.

Learn what mesh fabric is, how knit and woven openings affect airflow, stretch and coverage, and how apparel buyers can specify, test and source mesh activewear.

Learn what polyester fabric is, how fiber and fabric construction differ, and how apparel buyers should specify types, GSM, fit, care, decoration, and sample tests.

Learn what viscose fabric is, how regenerated cellulose differs from fabric construction, and how apparel buyers should specify blends, GSM, fit, care, and sample tests.